Inspection
Oct 15, 2026
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source
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Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
At the time of the re-inspection shredded chocken and sliced deli cheese insided of the 2 drawer cooler with a slightly elevated temperature of 46F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are at/below 41F. Discontinue use until repairs have been made.
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureNonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
2 Drawer cooler under the stove top does not seem to be fcuntioning at the required temperature of below 41F. Address and discontnue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temprature of below 41F.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
At the time of the re-inspection there was still ice build-up observed on teh compressor of the 2 drawer Delfield cooler. defrost and clean to remove.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 15, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Squeeze bottles filled with suaces/dressings have no labels. Provide.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
At the time of the re-inspection shredded chocken and sliced deli cheese insided of the 2 drawer cooler with a slightly elevated temperature of 46F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are at/below 41F. Discontinue use until repairs have been made.
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureNonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
2 Drawer cooler under the stove top does not seem to be fcuntioning at the required temperature of below 41F. Address and discontnue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temprature of below 41F.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
At the time of the re-inspection there was still ice build-up observed on teh compressor of the 2 drawer Delfield cooler. defrost and clean to remove.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Squeeze bottles filled with suaces/dressings have no labels. Provide.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Shredded and sliced deli cheese insided of the 2 drawer cooler with a slightly elevated temperature of 46F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are at/below 41F. Slightly elevated temperature possibly due to the doors being left open.
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureNonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
2 Drawer cooler under the stove top does not seem to be fcuntioning at the required temperature of below 41F. Address and discontnue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temprature of below 41F.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Ice build-up observed on teh compressor of the 2 drawer Delfield cooler. defrost and clean to remove.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Observed the top of the small floor unit freezer missing a panel. All food inside is frozen and they have a cover over to keep the food frozen. Owner was able to provide me with the receipt for the new panel. Please send a photo of the new panel to the email provided after the replacement has been installed.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 16, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
2 recorded violations
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
CFPM is expired. Provide updated certificate and post on wall.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingMaintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Observed items and trash being stored in the outdoor area. Remove any unnessary items and enclose the shed.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 25, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
2 recorded violations
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
CFPM is expired. Provide updated certificate and post on wall.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingMaintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Observed items and trash being stored in the outdoor area. Remove any unnessary items and enclose the shed.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 11, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
2 recorded violations
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Seal hole above the door in the upstairs storage area. Clean flooring behind the coffin freezers in the upstairs storage area. Remove water from the shed.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesSystem Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Provide food prep sink with proper indirect 6/7/24- Variance request form has been emailed to the PIC. Please fill out the form and send this over along with the invoice from the plumber.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 17, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC has an expired CFPM from 2017. Provide an updated CFPM.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingSystem Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Provide food prep sink with proper indirect 6/7/24- Variance request form has been emailed to the PIC. Please fill out the form and send this over along with the invoice from the plumber.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Seal hole above the door in the upstairs storage area. Clean flooring behind the coffin freezers in the upstairs storage area. Remove water from the shed.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesCleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker expired Sept 2022. Contact company to inspect hood and update sticker.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 7, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
15 recorded violations
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Provide labeling on bulk food containers.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingFood Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Observed open tomato sauce next to stove. Provide food grade containers for all food items.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationDiscarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
La lechera cans expired May 2024. Remove all expired food items.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationManual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
No hot water. No means to properly sanitzer equipment or dishes.
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafely(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Observed mold- like substance inside the ice machine. Clean to remove mold- like substance.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Hood vent is visibly soiled. Clean to remove all grease build up. Observed frost build up in side the freezer behind the counter. Remove all frost build up.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsHandwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)
No hot water. Provide hot water.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsSystem Maintained in Good Repair (P)
No hot water. Contact licensed plumber to repair hot water. Observed stagnant water in a plastic container being stored on the floor under pipe. Remove container with stagnant water or repair plumbing. No prep sink on site. Provide prep sink. Provide 3 drain plugs for the 3 bay sink.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesLight Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Light not properly shielded in the kitchen area. Provide light shield or proper light bulbs with protective shielding.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Observed equipment being stored outside in a shed that is not enclosed. Remove all equipment that is not being used. Secure all wiring in the upstairs storage area. Seal hole above the door in the upstairs storage area. Clean flooring behind the coffin freezers in the upstairs storage area.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesCleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker expired Sept 2022. Contact company to inspect hood and update sticker.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsWhen to Wash (P)
No hot water in the establishment. Employees are not able to properly wash hands.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC has an expired CFPM from 2017. Provide an updated CFPM.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingSystem Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Provide food prep sink with proper indirect waste.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesSeparation-Storage (P)
Chemicals being stored in the outside area next to food. Remove all chemicals stored near food items.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 1, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
14 recorded violations
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC has an expired CFPM from 2017. Provide an updated CFPM.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingDiscarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
La lechera cans expired May 2024. Remove all expired food items.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contamination(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Observed mold- like substance inside the ice machine. Clean to remove mold- like substance.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Hood vent is visibly soiled. Clean to remove all grease build up. Observed frost build up in side the freezer behind the counter. Remove all frost build up.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsHandwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)
No hot water. Provide hot water.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsSystem Maintained in Good Repair (P)
No hot water. Contact licensed plumber to repair hot water. Observed stagnant water in a plastic container being stored on the floor under pipe. Remove container with stagnant water or repair plumbing. No prep sink on site. Provide prep sink. Provide 3 drain plugs for the 3 bay sink.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesLight Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Light not properly shielded in the kitchen area. Provide light shield or proper light bulbs with protective shielding.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesCleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker expired Sept 2022. Contact company to inspect hood and update sticker.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsSeparation-Storage (P)
Chemicals being stored in the outside area next to food. Remove all chemicals stored near food items.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingWhen to Wash (P)
No hot water in the establishment. Employees are not able to properly wash hands.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingFood Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Provide labeling on bulk food containers.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingFood Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Observed open tomato sauce next to stove. Provide food grade containers for all food items.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationManual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
No hot water. No means to properly sanitzer equipment or dishes.
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelyMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Observed equipment being stored outside in a shed that is not enclosed. Remove all equipment that is not being used. Secure all wiring in the upstairs storage area. Seal hole above the door in the upstairs storage area. Clean flooring behind the coffin freezers in the upstairs storage area.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source